
4 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL Under $5,100 (281 Rentals)


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Straits Row

6257 N Lakewood Ave

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1338 W Cullerton St

927 W. Irving Park

Eden Commons

Hyde Park West

2619 N Hampden Ct, Unit Second

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5508 S. Cornell Avenue

1323 E. 57th St
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5111 S. Kimbark Avenue

5118 S. Greenwood

1515 E. 54th Street

5533 S. Blackstone

5335-5337 S. Woodlawn Avenue

5237-5245 S. Kenwood Avenue

1740 W. North Shore Ave.

6157 S Washtenaw Ave
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Keystone Place Apartments

1345 N Maplewood Ave, Unit 1

1346 N Maplewood Ave, Unit 1

6851 S Wabash Ave, Unit 2

1720 N Western Ave, Unit 1

3147 N Spaulding Ave, Unit SFH

1720 W Beach Ave, Unit 2

1720 W Beach Ave, Unit 2

3147 N Spaulding Ave, Unit SFH
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2932 S Normal Ave, Unit 1

1520 W Melrose St, Unit 2R

3036 N Seminary Ave, Unit 3

2338 N Greenview Ave, Unit 1

2338 N Greenview Ave, Unit 1

4841 S Loomis Blvd, Unit 2

2338 N Greenview Ave, Unit 1

7524 S Ellis Ave, Unit 1
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1520 W Melrose St, Unit 2R

1520 W Melrose St, Unit #1520-2R

3820 N Sheffield Ave, Unit 3818-1
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,094 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,664 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,239 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,717 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,636 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,701 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,545 | $6,295 | $6,795 |
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Getting Around Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Chicago?
There are currently 2,791 Studio Apartments in Chicago with rent ranges from $575 to $19,305 with an average price of $2,094.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Chicago Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Chicago ranges from $575 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,664.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chicago range from $875 to $26,376. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,239.
How expensive are Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 4,096 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,000 to $38,481 - averaging $3,717 for the location.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.